Forgot Windows 10 password, no repair or password recovery disk.

Q:Forgot Windows 10 password, no repair or password recovery disk.

So, I installed Windows 10 last week. Yesterday I explored a bit and discovered Windows Edge, their new email/ outlook client. I attached my personal Gmail address to the service as well as my corporate address. My corporate account required me to create a new password that fit my company's security standards, which I did, but, after feeling like my company address was restricting how I use my personal home computer, I removed that address. Here's where I get fuzzy, I cannot, for the life of me remember, if I changed my password back to one that didn't conform to my company's security standards or if I left it alone. All I know is that once my computer locked later that night, I was unable to get back in. I've tried every permutation of every password, including that corporate password, I've ever used with no success.

I do not have a password reset disk nor do I have a system repair disk with which to reinstall Windows 10.

So, how screwed am I? Will I have to reinstall Windows 7, the last OS I have a disk for, and hope I can reupgrade to Windows 10?

P.S.I did not attach my MSN email address (aka my Microsoft Account) to my computer, so resetting my password that way is a no go.

@Hilln632? You must create the Password Reset Disk before you need it. Password Reset Disk is for a "local" account, that is, it is not used to reset your Microsoft account. Reference Guides - "How-to": I forgot my password can HP help me reset it HP PCs - How to Recover Your Forgotten Password (Windows 10) How to Create a Password Reset Disk on USB Flash Drive in Windows 10 Reference:Password Reset Disk When you see a Post that helps you,Inspires you, provides fresh insight,Or teaches you something new,Click the "Thumbs Up" on that Post. Fixed / Answered? Click that post Accept as Solution to help others find Answers.

I was wondering if you may be able to help, I'm a bit scuppered by this!

I can install operating systems but I'm faced with the following catch-22 situation:

1. Toshiba C50-A-1JN laptop2. Forgot O/S password3. Never made a password recovery disk4. Solution - re-install5. Problem - W8 never properly shuts down, goes into some sort of hibernation mode, so when I hit F12 at start-up, it doesn't register because it's "awakening" from hibernation and not booting up from a complete shut-down6. 2nd solution? Turn off hibernation - in the O/S, which of course I can't access because I've forgotten the password! Circle of doom complete!

So in a software-sense, I've bricked the laptop.

My brother's a former laptop repair technician, but lives in another country. He suggests I remove the CMOS battery to execute a complete power-down. Thus I should be able to access the BIOS.

I don't suppose there's an easier option?

Thanks Windows 8!

A:Forgot password, no recovery disk

From our site rules (edited):

Passwords - Please do not ask for assistance with or ways to bypass a forgotten or unknown password that may be required on a computer. As there is no way to verify the actual situation or intent, no assistance will be provided.

I forgot Windows password (Asus X534C, windows 7 Home Premium) and don't have a disk done to restore it. I'm the unique user. I think that I have my account as Administrator, but I am not sure.

In the 3 kinds of safe mode, always asks the password before showing anything more. Thus, I don't know how to open command prompt...

I read about some tools to do this, but I don't dare to use them without your advice, afraid they are unsafe.

I found:

- Password Recovery Bundle - PCUnlocker - Windows Password Key

Are they safe and efficient or do you have a better option?Is it safe to do the download into the usb drive using my netbook that is infected probably by Comodo (the process to fix it is taking too much time)?

Thank you in advance to anyone who can help me, as none of my computers is working properly.

A:Forgot Windows 7 password; no disk done to restore it

Unfortunately there is a forum rule which prevents us from helping you with this problem.

No subject matter will be allowed whose purpose is to defeat existing copyright or security measures. If a user persists and/or the activity is obviously illegal the staff reserves the right to remove such content and/or ban the user. This would also mean encouraging the use or continued use of pirated software is not permitted, and subject to the same consequences.

I can only suggest that you read reviews for the three programs you have listed above. You should be able to find a tutorial for any which are reputable.

My mom and stepdad forgot their passwords for Windows 7 logon so I can't use administrator account to reset the passwords they have no reset disk Windows recovery disk for Windows 7 computer. Can't open command prompt as administrator to enable hidden administrator in reset passwords. Help

Baring any magical way of getting in, the next step would be to create a usb or dvd Puppy Linux boot, boot it with external media connected via usb, copy off all desired data folders and files.With receipt of ownership for computer and Windows in hand -- a local computer fixit might have an answer; after you have made Puppy Linux backup of your data folders and files first.

Cannot get past login window. Need to reset laptop but can't get anywhere. Thank you. I am on the Windows 7 Professional page.

A:Forgot windows password. Cannot get in to reset password. ...

Dear Customer, Welcome to HP Support Forum and we are glad to assist you. It looks like you're not sure of the Windows Login Password for your Notebook.We will surely assist you with this. Please find the explanation as shown below for this scenario:If you've forgotten your Windows password and you're on a domain, you should contact your system administrator to reset your password. If you're not on a domain, you can reset your password by using a password reset disk or by using an administrator account. If you forget the administrator password and don't have a password reset disk or another administrator account, you won't be able to reset the password. If there are no other user accounts on the computer, you won't be able to log on to Windows and will need to re-install Windows. Note: Please reply to this post and let us know if you have setup any Security Questions during the Product Registration Hope this helps, for any further queries reply to the post and feel free to join us again **Click the White Thumbs Up Button on the right to say Thanks**Make it easier for other people to find solutions by marking a Reply 'Accept as Solution' if it solves your problem. Thank You,K N R K

Hi i need a help to recover my password for admin account could you please help me

A:I forgot my admin password for system recovery

Hi, Thank you for posting in the HP Support forum. Please, read this topic to find the answer of your question >> http://h30434.www3.hp.com/t5/Notebook-Operating-System-and-Recovery/I-forgot-my-password-can-HP-help...

My son received a new HP laptop for Christmas, it is running windows 8. He changed his windows password and doesn't remember what it is. I never got the time to make recovery disks... Is there any way to reset the password? I tried downloading some windows password unlocker on my laptop, but couldn't ever get it to boot from the usb on his laptop. I'm not even sure that would work anyways...... Help!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

A:Forgot password, no back up disk!!!

There is nothing you can do,it's a password,you can't find it.If everybody find everybody's password,what is the sense of password?

Just got an Inspiron 15 3000 series made a local computer account DID NOT PUT IN A MICROSOFT ACCOUNT PASSWORD and then logged out. But then when I tried to log back in with correct password it wouldn't,t let me. HELP!

Just got an Inspiron 15 3000 series made a local computer account DID NOT PUT IN A MICROSOFT ACCOUNT PASSWORD and then logged out. But then when I tried to log back in with correct password it wouldn't,t let me. HELP!

I changed my laptop admin password one night in a hurry and forgot to write it down. I don't have a reset disk either. Can anyone help me get back into my laptop? I really need to get in there. Thanks in advance.

A:FORGOT ADMIN PASSWORD-NO RESET DISK

Hello @FORGETFUL1 Is this related to Windows passwordor BIOS start-up password ?Please, clarify. By Reset disk you mean a one for Windows to reset your PC to factory default condition ? * If related to Windows account password,please check this forum thread >> http://h30434.www3.hp.com/t5/Notebook-Operating-System-and-Recovery/I-forgot-my-password-can-HP-help... * If related to BIOS/startup password before Windows loads In this case, please enter some password (wrong password) 3 times, press ENTER and you should receive a new window stating system disabled and a code similar to this one (For HP Mini, should be 10 characters) : Please, take note of the system disabled/halted code (write it down). Visit this web site >> https://bios-pw.org/and enter the system disabled codeClick on "Get password" button there and you will receive your unlock code. Take note of the HP computers password and enter it in the system disabled screen , press ENTER. This will unlock your BIOS/reset security settings and PC should be able to start Windows (if WIndows can load). Let me know how it goes. Provide your feedback/update.

Hi - I am at wits end because after dealing with several update/driver/virus problems in windows 8.1, my system went into total recovery mode with none of the options helping. When I was limited to turning it on and ONLY getting a black screen with the blue password box, I had to set it aside for a bit before I lost my mind. When I tried copying my files to a usb, I realized that all my passwords that I had saved on a document, did not copy. Before I lost my mind, I had to set it aside for a while and figure out what to do. Upon returning to it, I realized that I forgot that exact system password and could not retrieve it, as well as my email password with which I set up my account with (and I also changed phone numbers within this time)! Therefore, I went back to researching my latest issue with this system (that I can't believe has been the BIGGEST pain in the rear that I have ever had) and haven't found a solution. I am usually self sufficient and have learned a lot about computers in the past year, but I just don't have any fight left in me for this. Please let me know who I can send the information about my computer too and I pray that someone can help me get in there. Thank you.

A:Inspiron 3521 system in recovery forgot bios password

If it's the Windows password, you can restore the system from your recovery media without it -- if you didn't prepare a set, call Dell to purchase one.If it's a system password (BIOS/UEFI power on password), you will need to call Dell support by voice phone. Be prepared with your ownership details and, unless the system is in warranty, with a credit card -- the call will not be free unless the system is in warranty.

So I forgot my local admin password, and I need that password to be able to do literally anyting on here (I'm now regretting that decision) I bought the laptop on craigslist previously and it was practically brand new so I dont have the windows 8.1 factory recovery disc, and its way to expensive for me to just go and buy since they are close to if not over $100.00! I have literally tried everything! And I'm starting online school this monday and I have to download Microsoft Office but I cant do that because I dont have my local admin password. Can someone please help me!!!!

Well I changed my password on a whim, changed my hint to "no hints". No I did not create a password reset disk. Moving on... I have tried loginrecovery.comthe Offline NT thingand the software on password-reset.com There seems to be a common problem. On Peter Nordahl's thing (offline NT) it says "sam registry not loaded". Login recovery software says can't read hive file. The password-reset.com software just displays nothing. And the icing on the cake is I can't find/lost my vista disk and everything else that came with my computer. Its a dell inspiron 531.

A:I forgot my administrator password. And I lost my Vista disk.

You can request a Vista disc from Dell, then boot to it and choose Repair, then system restore and that will roll back the password.

I tried the "create a password reset disk" wizard and although most all tutorials and sources of reference call it a disk, using my DVD/CD drive to create a "disk" is excluded from the options presented. When I edit and enter the drive letter I get the error message: "The disk is not a password recovery disk" I would prefer not to purchase a thumb drive just for this since it costs more and is easy to lose or delete.

My Dell Inspiron 15 3000 preinstalled with Windows 8.1, and it was upgraded to Windows 10 since Windows 10 was released. Now the problem is, I forgot my password to login my Dell laptop after I changed the password just for two days. How can I unlock my Dell Inspiron laptop when forgot the password? I don’t want to reset my Dell laptop. Any help will be appreciated.

Well, I own a D-Link DIR-615 Router, And I forgot my router log-in, AND Wi-Fi Passwords. I went on a trip somewhere, and my computer was reset when I left with it. (Still have PC connected though.) And I just CANNOT reset the thing. I tried default etc etc. But I need to find a way... =\ I still have one Vista computer working with it, But the password comes out to: ***** or dots. (its hidden) Is there a way to show them?

As I think that you already know, the solution is to reset the router to factory defaults. When you reconfigure it tape the pertinent account/password/encryption key information to the bottom of the router.

Some ISPs track the MAC Address of the device connected to the modem. It is perfectly fine and easily done to clone the registered MAC address to the router's WAN to avoid having to call the ISP. There is no other need that I know of to change a MAC Address.

Other than the above advice your thread is subject to our password rule:

Passwords - Please do not ask for assistance with forgotten passwords and/or bypassing them. As there is no way to verify the actual situation and/or intentions, no assistance will be provided and any such threads will be closed.Click to expand...

I will leave the thread open for now in case you have trouble with the reset or finding the user guide.

Call me a dunce....but I have a problem. I locked myself out of my administrator account and I can't go into safe mode because I also forgot my BIOS password. I really don't want to have to open up my computer and remove the BIOS, is there any other solutions that don't involve turning off my computer?

Im running Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 3

A:Forgot Admin Password, as well as BIOS boot up password

Hi and welcome to TSF

I am sorry but forum rules prohibits us from helping with forgotten passwords.

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I really need some help it's been awhile since I've used the password ( I forgot it) and I have an HP G71-340 ....I am unable to login and now I'm at a screen that say SYSTEM DISABLE [57784727] I am unsure what to do next and seen a response where someone had same issue and help was given could you help me pleaseThank youSicangu

I just got the notebook, I didn't know prior to set up the password I needed to create a password reset disk. Now I can't remember what my password is and I am stuck, cannot use my new laptop. I tried the number listed on your answer to the above people, it didn't work for me. please help!sunflower5

A:I forgot password but didn't know to set up a password reset...

Hi, One option, if all your personal data etc is backed-up or you have nothing you need to save, would be to reset the notebook to its 'Factory Condition' and then set it up from the beginning ? if you don?t have your Recovery Media, the notebook will have shipped with a Recovery Partition which can be accessed at boot - ie shutdown the notebook, then start tapping away at f11 as soon as you power on. A full guide on this can be found on the following link. http://support.hp.com/us-en/document/c04758961 Regards, DP-K

Does anyone know how to retrieve a password from autocomplete. I am being asked to change a password but I have to put the old password in first and I don't know what it is. It is in auto complete but I don't know how to get the actual password to reveal thanks

A:Password Auto Complete Forgot Password

Hello Richadrao, and welcome to Ten Forums.

You might see if you may be able to use an option in the tutorial below to reset your password. It's against the forum rules to help reveal what your current password is.

Hi, If you're running Windows 8 or 8.1, see the Microsoft page on the following link. http://windows.microsoft.com/en-gb/windows-8/forgot-windows-password Note: If you have a Local Account, try the free application Here. If you're running Windows 7, Vista etc, try the following. Using another PC, download the application on the following link and save it to your Downloads folder. PC Login Now When the download has completed, open your Downloads folder and double-click the installer - this will result in another file appearing which is the disc image ( .ISO ) that you need to burn to a blank CD. You will now need to use an application such as ImgBurn to burn this ISO correctly to a blank CD - a guide on using ImgBurn to write an ISO to a disc is Here. When the disc has been created, shutdown the PC you can't log-in on, tap away at the esc key as soon as you press the power button to access the Start-up Menu, insert the CD, select Boot Options ( usually f9 ), use the arrow keys to select the CD/DVD drive and hit enter - you may also have to 'Press any key' to boot from the CD if asked. Follow the instructions on the guide Here to remove the current password. Regards, DP-K

Hi my I forgot my hp laptop administrator password or power on password. After I try it 3 times it gives me this code 67899942. Please help

A:Forgot Administrator password or power on password

Enter: 78791384 Hope this helps, for any further queries reply to the post and feel free to join us again **Click the White Thumbs Up Button on the right to say Thanks**Make it easier for other people to find solutions by marking a Reply 'Accept as Solution' if it solves your problem. Thank You,K N R K

I really need some help it's been awhile since I've used the password ( I forgot it) and I have an HP G71-340 ....I am unable to login and now I'm at a screen that say SYSTEM DISABLE [57784727] I am unsure what to do next and seen a response where someone had same issue and help was given could you help me pleaseThank youSicangu

I haven't used my laptop in years , I found it one day and decided to see if it still worked good .Turned it on and it popped up a black screen with a blue box saying " Enter administrator password or power on password " is there any way to bypass this ?I made this when I was like 12 , and there is no telling what I set it as .

Hello fellow HP users im new in all of this.... And I hope to find here someone who can help me with my problem i am dealing with my HP Elitebook 2540p i7. I forgot my all my password including the BIOS password. I am lucky to have installed finger identifyer Else I wouldn't come in at all. I dont talk really computerlanguage its all new for me and hope that someone can help me.... Thank you in advance perkymang

A:Forgot administrator password and bios password

Hello perkymang, We are sorry as there is no master password or generator for EliteBooks or ProBooks. This is to inform you that all HP Business Notebooks such as Probooks or Elitebooks have more stringent security than consumer models infact they don't produce 'halt codes', the password cannot be derived from the Serial Number and the code is stored in non-volatile memory so removing the RTC cell will not reset the password in this case. Please Contact HP Business Notebook support they should be able to send you a customized SMC.bin file which you can use at boot to reset the password. When talking to the HP rep ask them to escalate your service request. Hope this helps, for any further queries reply to the post and feel free to join us again !! **Click the White Thumbs Up Button on the right to say Thanks**Make it easier for other people to find solutions by marking a Reply 'Accept as Solution' if it solves your problem. Thank You,GBL84I am not an HP Employee

Does anyone know how to retrieve a password from autocomplete. I am being asked to change a password but I have to put the old password in first and I don't know what it is. It is in auto complete but I don't know how to get the actual password to reveal thanks

A:Password Auto Complete Forgot Password

Hello Richadrao, and welcome to Ten Forums.

You might see if you may be able to use an option in the tutorial below to reset your password. It's against the forum rules to help reveal what your current password is.

Hello All, I need to remove user passwords. Yes I have removed Admin password. I have used Trinity, Hiren's boot disk, UBCD and other linux and password removal programs. I want to remove the user passwords from the login. I have done the safe mode startup and disabled the EUFI. I cannot login to the admin or safe mode unless i enter the user password. Which is what I am trying to remove. I have watched videos and read tutorials and all of them tell me to login and then change the password. Is there any possible way to remove this? I am talking about the main user login that has the user name with the email under it. Is there a way to remove them from pulling the hard drive and accessing it through usb as an external drive. I have been through multiple forums and all with the same thing. They all tell me to login and then change the safe mode or user settings. I want to remove the user password without loging in. PLEASE do not send me a site that shows me how to remove password after loging in or login and change the start up or settings. I already know how to do those things. Like I said I already removed admin password, but I cannot login or it does not show that user as a choice to login. Yes I am very frustrated with this. I think I am going to quit my job and quit working on computers if this is what Is installed for the future. <<<<this is how I feel. DUMB!!

A:Remove login password/ forgot password

That's a touchy subject...yes, there are ways to do what you want, but...I'm hesitant to assist, since there's no way for me to know what your intentions are or whether or not you have ownership of/ should have access to the PC in question. I know that sounds unhelpful at best and rude at the least, but...I'd go back to Google, if I were you.